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Forestry Major
Description: A program that generally prepares individuals to manage and develop forest areas for economic, recreational, and ecological purposes. Includes instruction in forest-related sciences, mapping, statistics, harvesting and production technology, natural resources management and economics, wildlife sciences, administration, and public relations.
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What Kinds of Students Major in Forest and Rangeland?
Students majoring in Forest and Rangeland Studies are those who enjoy math and science and who have a fondness for being in the out-of-doors. Although much oceanographic work is done on board research vessels, employment on those vessels is limited for undergraduates, except as internships. Still, some opportunities exist for employment on shore-based work and research. Students who are serious about working in Forest and Rangeland Studies will probably have to commit to going to graduate school to find employment. Students are generally encouraged to focus on one of the sciences within this major.
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What Courses Do Forest and Rangeland Majors Take?
The required and elective courses you would take for Forest and Rangeland majors vary considerably among institutions. Courses are listed here that are illustrative of the breadth of topics you are likely to experience were you to major in this field.
Chemical Forest and Rangeland Studies |
Coastal Landscape and Ecology |
Field Forest and Rangeland Studies |
Marine Biology |
Marine Geology and Geophysics |
Marine Mammals |
Marine Seismology |
Methods and Measurements |
Ocean Circulation |
Ocean Circulation and Climate |
Survey of Forest and Rangeland Studies |
Water Pollution |
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